The “good witch” of English music returns, and it is indeed a pleasure to see such a passionately intuitive artist like Audren once again. As a multidisciplinary artist, Audren’s works do not have the limitations of a normal musical album because what she creates are not mere products but rather a passionate battle cry for the artist’s soul. Art for Audren is indeed a crusade, she presents the soul, which is starving for ideas, with a rich banquet of concepts and joy. Whereas the last song, “Smile People Smile,” provided us with the motivation we so badly needed, “We Want Funkey” gives us the pulse of a whole new wave. Released on the 10th of April, her latest track shows yet again how adept she is at playing the part of the sound wizard, turning the atmosphere into a playground of beats and intentions. Her approach to music is magical and deliberate, and her return marks a long-awaited opportunity to reclaim our sense of fascination and joy. Here is a glimpse behind the curtain of the new track.
It begins with a heavy bass that goes straight to the spinal cord, making it impossible not to move to its beat. The song starts like a firework, fusing the charm of the 70s and the flair of the 80s in one unstoppable melody. It is the perfect illustration of auditory gravity, with not a single word sung, yet the music exudes an energy that makes one want to dance.
There is an inevitable burden attached to the “grown-up” routine, an unending series of burdensome news stories, the pain of being physically tired, and the tediousness of even simple tasks like paying taxes. However, there is that yearning for simpler times in each of us, but it acts as a refreshing intervention to break the gloominess. Although growing up can definitely be difficult, that does not mean we have to wallow in our blues forever. Rather than a map pointing to the major landmarks, the song functions as an audio guide that helps us look at the minor moments of joy that help us appreciate why the travel is worth it. It invites us to take a short pause from the role-playing to find a connection with the sense of wonder once again. Through its celebration of the “little things,” it gives us humans a pattern of what we can do to be resilient in our daily lives, where we do not need big moments to make us happy.
Musically, Audren makes soulful and personal Indie Pop/Jazz/Neo Soul Music with highly sophisticated arrangements by top-of-the-line musicians such as Christian Martinez (Ray Charles, Diana Ross, Natalie Cole), Roger Biwandu (Salif Keita, Joe Zawinul), Mike Rajamahendra (Michael Bublé), Chris Rime (Marcus Miller), and Federico Malaman (George Benson, Al Jarreau, Wilson Pickett, Kid Creole).She has put out several albums and singles, as well as licensed her songs for film, television, and video games. She has even been used as the inspiration for a video game character many years ago. All these elements helped her create an amazing song
Where “Smile, People, Smile” was like a playful touch of happiness, this new piece is like a roaring bonfire of spiritual bliss. Audren has yet again shown that she is a true alchemist of the uplifting sound, and that she uses her gift as a vehicle for conveying important messages of positive energy. Each of her pieces confirms that she is an indispensable talent, and that she is definitely a “good witch” who deserves all the feathers and stripes she earns through her magical powers. But beyond all the compliments and praise, there is something else about her music. This is not just an excellent composition; it is an ode to her genius as a creator who knows precisely what the soul needs. Audren, you are one of the most amazing artists out there, and the world is undoubtedly a better and more rhythmic place with your tunes on its playlist.
Stream “We want Funkey” on Spotify
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